Wedding Videographer Ian and Shy Cruz’s Breathtaking Batanes Wedding
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Once they started, things just fell into place. They got their wedding suppliers eagerly and happily saying “yes” to be part of their wedding. Their wedding date being the day after the election was probably why the suppliers were all available. The couple was also able to ask fellow videographer and mentors Jason Magbanua and Bob Nicolas, to be their ninongs. Sadly, lone ninang Benz Rana was going to be out of the country. The only supplier they were unable to book was Ian’s choice for the musician, Johnoy Danao, whose music was supposed to be perfect for their cozy, rustic wedding.
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Photos from Dino Lara
Photos from Rex Carrascoso of We Do it for Love
VENUES:
PREP – Fundacion Pacita
CEREMONY – Tukon Chapel (Our Lady of Mount Carmel Chapel)
COCKTAILs – Bunker’s Café
RECEPTION – Naidi LIGHTHOUSE
SUPPLIERS:
GOWN – Veluz
GROOM & KIDS SUIT, NECKTIES – Boy Kastner Santos
SECONDARY GOWN – Joe San Antonio
BRIDE’S MAKE-UP ARTIST – Make-Up Studio by Madge Lejano
ENTOURAGE HMUA – Aaron Lejarde
COORDINATION – Ernest Pascual of Bespoke Manila (Styling, Invite, Escort Card Etc.)
MUSIC – Johnoy Danao
FLOWERS – Vatel Manila
WEDDING BANDS – Imelda Jewelry
ARRHAE – Unity Coins
WINES – c/o Francis and Mayone Bakunawa Balbarin
RECEPTION FOOD – Café De Tukon
PHOTOGRAPHY – Dino Lara Photography & We Do It For Love
VIDEOGRAPHY – Ian Cruz Films
HOST – Aze Ryan Ching
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Top Visual Storyteller Jason Magbanua will work for you for free
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Even those who do not have any events lined up in the coming months are thinking of coming up with one, if only to book one of the country’s top, if not the top, videographers.
Jason Magbanua considers himself more of a visual storyteller and has set the tone for aspiring videographers of his generation. Many have embarked on their careers inspired by his work.
According to Jason, he wants to go back to his roots and shoot by himself. An exercise more familiar to visual artists like him. He promises something new and different for the output.
Jason is also quick to assure those who are thinking of pitching their ideas that it’s not a prank for April fool’s day; that this is the real deal. All you need to do is send in your ideas, details and logistics for your event and he will pick a couple of lucky ones.
And he says it can be anywhere in the world! The only thing that’s non-negotiable is good coffee.
So don’t let this once in a lifetime chance pass you by. Check out this link: Jason Magbanua will work for FREE and pitch your story!
Terms and Conditions are on the application form provided in Jason’s website. Deadline for submission will be on April 15, 2016.
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WaW 2015 Top 10 Supplier of the Year
A tradition we started 11 years ago, The WaW Award. We ask the WaWies, members of WaW exclusive group for brides and grooms (if you wish to join just send a blank email to weddingsatwork-subscribe@yahoogroups.com) to nominate 5 suppliers they love best, admire most and would recommend proudly and here are the Top 10 names that came up.
CamZar Photography
Darlene Tan-Salazar (host)
Events by Thoffy (planner)
Foreveryday (photo)
Gretchen Pichay (designer)
Imbitado Events (planner)
Manny & April Photography
Mel Orlina (designer)
Roxanne Bagano (designer)
Val Villarin (make up)
Of the 10, 8 are part of 2014 Top 10 Supplier of the Year and 2 are new addition, this batch we have 3 photographers, 1 event host, 2 wedding planners, 3 designers and 1 make up artist.
Congratulations to our 2015 Top 10 Supplier of the Year!
Now the WaWies will vote again from the list and pick who among them will be the 2015 Supplier of the Year!
Awarding will be held at the WaW Christmas Party on November. Watch out for that!
WaW Color Play: Shades of Gray
There was a time when the thought of gray as a wedding color was unheard of. Having a dull color for such a happy occasion doesn’t fit. Fast forward to today when gray and all its shades have become on trend. It has enjoyed blockbuster success on the fashion scene because despite its seemingly bland color, gray is actually versatile.
Gray has shades, perhaps even more than 50. Let us mention a few. There’s charcoal gray, a shade standing on the darker spectrum. Then there’s ash gray, one of its coveted shades, a whisper above white mixed with the right proportion of dark gray resulting in a powdery hue. Then we have dove gray, the tint that evokes romance. Then there’s slate, appealing to the masculine and modern. There are more shades of gray to play with. That is why it makes for an interesting choice for weddings. So cast all shades of doubt for gray aside because versatile gray is here to stay! In fact, here at Color Play we will mix and match different colors to counter the dreary reputation of gray.
GRAY AND YELLOW
That pop of happy color stands out against the charcoal gray like a ray of sunshine, doesn’t it? Perfect counterpoint to each other: a low-key, dark base color and a bright splash of color. With blooms like the graceful yellow calla lilies, you can bring in the elegance and style against flowing gray chiffon dresses that billow in the wind. Elegant and happy all in one theme.
You don’t need to stay with gray for your gowns. You can complement the fabric choices with your other color but you must choose shades that are complement each other. Like in the case of yellow which is a tricky color to wear. Not everyone can carry it well as a dress. The secret lies in choosing the perfect hue to match the wearer while balancing the gray of the other dresses. A creamy ultra-light yellow hue is a shade that practically anyone can wear. As it already borders on the neutral, your girlfriends should be able to own that shade. A pastel neutral against a gray neutral definitely harmonizes with one another. For the brighter shade of yellow, let the blooms carry the vibe. Against the cream yellow or the dove gray, yellow flowers always bring the cheery finish.
Even the men can join in the yellow splash of color with gray without having to fear the feminine hue. Gray will be their main color while the subtle drop of yellow brings out their gentle nature.
And for the bride, who can say no to these sigh-worthy yellow bouquets sprinkled with the right elements to bring in dreamy gray notes. Yellow ranunculus and roses bundled with silver brunia berries and dusty millers complete the gray and yellow ensemble.
GRAY AND CORAL
For those who prefer a more feminine contrast to gray, coral may just be the color for you. Not as bold as orange and a shade more unique than pink, coral brings out the classy girly vibe, distinctive but not loud. On the bride’s bouquet, peach and coral ranunculus against peach roses, punctuated with dusty millers and silver brunias and just the right amount of white create that dreamy bouquet. For the girls on the entourage, the stylish gowns in gray chiffon will make the perfect match for these tasteful sprinkles of coral.
With gray as their default color, the groom and his posse will definitely not mind wearing this soft shade. In fact, they just might even embrace this color as it puts them several notches up on the “gentle + man” scale.
GRAY AND WHITE
Then there are those who will not allow any other hue to take the attention away from gray. With white as the only other color, this theme will turn any wedding into a completely exquisite masterpiece. The simplicity of this palette evokes a refinement that few can own. It’s like a great paradox of style – subtle with flair.
What color can bring out the elegance of gray than a color that understands it? White is the absolute match if you want gray to take center stage. What’s more, the subtlety of gray and white allows the beauty of the bride and her gal pals to shine without interruption. After all, hasn’t it been said that true beauty comes with simplicity?
Even the men will agree; they who stand dapper and dashing in their clean, constructed gray suits with just the right amount of softness via the white boutonnieres. Handsome has never been this immaculate.
So whenever the liking for gray strikes you as you plan your wedding, you can quell all fears of color blandness. Different shades of gray when matched with the perfect pop of color spell excitement, style and impeccable taste.
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Read more of Tisha Rosales’ Color Play articles at www.weddingsatwork.com/category/color-play/.
About WaW Color Play Columnist Tisha Rosales: Tisha is a Meta-Coach, events professional, freelance writer and candle artisan of Balay Kandila. She’s also mom to 3 boys.
In between projects, she blogs on www.thoughtscribbler.com.
Lela Rose Launches Fall Bridal Collection
For a super-feminine bridal look, check out Lela Rose‘s fall bridal collection, which was unveiled recently.
WaW’s Bridal March Recommendations
We asked our WaWies to share what their bridal march songs were and we came up with our playlist on Spotify. Here are some of what they shared. We hope this gives you ideas on what songs to play on your bridal march.
1. The Prayer by Andrea Bocelli
2. Beautiful by Joshua Kadison
3. Yellow by Coldplay
4. Ikaw ang Pangarap by Martin Nievera
5. Ikaw Lamang by Gary Valenciano
6. Panunumpa by Carol Banawa
7. Ikaw by Yeng Constantino
8. Smash into You by Beyonce
9. I Finally Found Someone by Barbra Streisand and Bryan Adams
10. May It Be by Enya
Aisle Do: Table Numbers
In this column, Ernest Pascual of Bespoke Manila talks about how to DIY your table numbers. With the help of Adrian Ardiente for photos, Ernest shows you how to add these personalized touches for your wedding.
Make your table numbers interesting so as to complement your tablescape.
Here’s what you need:
• Papier mâché numbers
• Abaca string
• Faux flowers
• Glue gun
• Glue stick
• A pair of scissors
Here’s how to do it.
Step 1: Tie a knot to secure one end of the abaca string on the papier mâché number
Step 2: Wrap the string in around the number, making sure that the papier mâché is still seen.
Step 3: Tie a knot at the end of the string.
Step 4: Decorate the table number with faux flowers. Stick these flowers using the glue gun.
The end result:
Bespoke Tip: For your table numbers, choose a color that is different from that of the centerpiece. These numbers must be visible from a distance.
Read more of Ernest Pascual’s Aisle Do articles at weddingsatwork.com/category/aisle-do/.
Kaviar Gauche Unveils 2016 Collection
High-end couture label Kaviar Gauche unveiled its 2016 Collection. Check out some pieces from the collection.
Wedding Essential’s Tadhana 2015
Wedding Essentials Magazine will be having a bridal exhibit featuring the works of some of our beloved advertisers and partners. Join the event on Oct. 21, 2015 from 10 AM to 6 PM at the Manila Hotel.
Aisle Do: Twig Napkin Ring
In this column, Ernest Pascual of Bespoke Manila talks about how to DIY your twig napkin ring. With the help of Adrian Ardiente for photos, Ernest shows you how to add these personalized touches for your wedding.
Our aim is to give you and other soon-to-wed couples ideas on how you can personalize your wedding by doing simple do-it-yourself (DIY) projects. We also want to help you create some lovely details to make your wedding extra special. We will tell you what materials to source, the step-by-step procedure, and how the details we have designed look during an actual wedding.
Twig Napkin Ring
The dried twigs, hints of lilac, and silver touches on the twig napkin ring will make a pretty addition to your table setting.
Here’s what you need:
• Twigs
• Wire
• Faux flowers
• Beads
• Glue gun
• Glue stick
• A pliers of pliers
Here’s how to do it.
Step 1: Form a small wreath using the twigs.
Step 2: Secure the trimmings and wreath with the wire.
Step 3: Add beads on the wreath using the glue gun.
The end result:
Bespoke Tip: Since caterers/hotels fold napkins differently, endorse these napkin rings to your coordinator, caterer, or hotel account executive ahead of time so he or she can suggest a napkin fold to match the napkin ring.
Read more of Ernest Pascual’s Aisle Do articles at weddingsatwork.com/category/aisle-do/.
London Fashion Week 2015
The London Fashion Week just concluded its second run for the year and here are some of the bridal looks that paraded on the catwalk. Some of the designs are simple and fit for brides, who are looking for a natural and no-frills look.
WaW Color Play: Blue and Purple
Which hue are you? The color combo of blue and purple are not your typical wedding colors. The topic of wedding colors more often than not lands on the lighter shades. But there are those who gravitate towards the deeper shades. There is nothing dull about a blue and purple wedding. On the contrary, the colors are totally sophisticated and stylish. There is a boldness here that does not speak of flamboyance but of a confident and steadfast nature.
Purple, in its deepest shade, looks best when paired with a brighter shade of blue such as royal blue. A perfect counterpoint, royal blue highlights the deep violet just like how sapphire would be beside amethyst. Bringing even lighter shades of purple such as lavender would definitely tease the playfulness out of the somber purple. Not only will you have fun mixing shades, but you will also have a ball choosing from a variety of flowers to get the desired effect. Blues are found in hydrangeas, hyacinths, delphiniums and even anemones while purple shades abound in tulips, roses and also hydrangeas.
A completely contrasting color such as white will most definitely bring out the uniqueness of the blur-purple combo without stealing the limelight away. The best part? Blooms in the shades are not hard to come by. White roses mixed with purple carnations, accented by lavender lisanthius deliver that drama.
Dresses in blue and purple hues provide the romantic and stylish tinge that completes this beautiful wedding experience. Contrasting light and dark shades will make every photo a perfect shot.
When choosing dark purple for your flowers, consider going for the ethereal lavender for your dresses and bring the true goddesses in each of you.
When applying the blue and purple mix in your decors, get ready to be blown away by the drama. These rich, jewel shades bring the punch to the setting.
Now you may also want to relax on the deep shades a bit. A little touch of green and pink here and there will not only bring freshness to it but also emphasize the intensity of your main colors.
So when you hear blue and purple calling out to you, go for it! You got the style, drama and romance of these colors working for you.
*All photos courtesy of Pinterest
Read more of Tisha Rosales’ Color Play articles at www.weddingsatwork.com/category/color-play/.
About WaW Color Play Columnist Tisha Rosales: Tisha is a Meta-Coach, events professional, freelance writer and candle artisan of Balay Kandila. She’s also mom to 3 boys.
In between projects, she blogs on www.thoughtscribbler.com.
Jericho and Christine
Jericho and Christine were married last Nov. 22, 2014.
Motif and Theme
We chose aqua because we are both divers so we wanted something close to the ocean. We also wanted our wedding to be timeless and elegant.
What were your fears prior to the wedding? How did you deal with it?
I was really worried about the attendance of the guests. A week prior to the wedding and there are still a lot who have not confirmed their attendance or those who gave very vague answers as to whether they are coming or not.
In the end, we just made a safe estimate for the caterer and stylist on how many attendees are confirmed plus a buffer table for contingency. Good thing we trusted the advise of our wedding planner.
Church: Notre Dame de Vie Chapel- Fernbrook Gardens
We booked the venue one week after our engagement. I have nothing but good words to say about Fernbrook and how our account executive, Kaira, handled our account. Sobrang dali kausap. We brought our own priest, too (my husband’s high school classmate) and had no problems with the chapel.
Wedding Planner/ Coordinator: The 3rd Party Wedding Planners
With more than 15 years in the wedding industry, these guys really know what they are doing. I’ve seen coordinators who are “sabog” during the wedding day but these guys really set the bar for being professionals. After the wedding I had at least three guests who asked who our coordinators were because bilib daw sila sa kinuha namin.
We got the full coordination package and I could say that it was really worth it. They helped us in choosing the best suppliers but at the same time they never insisted on anything we didn’t like. I really appreciated their honest advice and feedback and they do not take commissions from suppliers that we booked. Malaking tulong din sila in getting discounts kasi they are well-known in the industry.
One month before the wedding, they have already finalized everything with our other suppliers and even made avery detailed three-day schedule for us before, during, and after the wedding day. During the wedding, I was totally relaxed because I knew that these guys would be taking charge of everything.
One of the best advice that we took from previously married friends is to invest in a good wedding planner. I’m really glad that we had the them to help us every step of the way. Yes, these guys are not cheap but they are totally worth it!
Wedding Gown: Edwin Tan
At first I was really hesitant to have my gown made by Edwin because I know that he is a celebrity designer. We first went to Adorata Weddings, their RTW shop where all their lovely gowns are reasonably priced. Akala ko he’s masungit but nooo, he’s one of the nicest and most down-to-earth people I’ve ever met.
After trying on three gowns, I still didn’t get the “this is it!” feeling so he looked at my pegs and started to sketch a gown for me. Grabe, ang galing! First sketch pa lang, nakuha na nya agad. I really felt that I was looking at my dream gown right then and there. Our next meetings and fittings were held at their shop na in Wilson since I’m having a custom-made gown instead.
A month before the wedding I wanted to change something in the neckline of the gown and pumayag naman siya. In the photos, you’ll see that the gown looks quite heavy pero magaan lang talaga siya. I also liked the shimmery layer he used that gave off just the right amount of sparkle when hit by light.
Barongs (Groom, Fathers, Best Man): King Philip Tailors
Madali kausap. Perfect fit yung barongs (pants, too) and they delivered ahead of time. Highly recommended!
Entourage Gowns: Krystal Gail Gowns
Located in Pacita Complex, San Pedro, Laguna. Madali kausap yung owner, Ms. Regine, but you have to provide printouts of the design na ipapagaya mo and you also have to provide the fabric. Their beading and quality of work is excellent and that is why we chose them for our entourage. Hindi rin sila tipid sa beads and embellishments so good deal na.
Caterer: K by Cunanan Catering
One of the top comments from our guests is about how yummy the food was. Here’s our buffet menu:
1. Hoisin chicken wrap
2. Blinis with smoked salmon and dill
3. Mini prosciutto with pizza
4. Assorted bread with creamy pesto spread and liver pate
5. Broccoli and cheese soup
6. Insalata caprese with orange, walnuts and strawberry vinaigrette
7. Vongole pasta, tomatoes and pesto drizzle
8. Honey nut prawns
9. Japanese rolled chicken, teriyaki glaze, cheese and leeks
10. Slow cooked beef with cornbread and creamed spinach
11. Organic Lechon c/o Hecky’s
12. Carrot rice
13. Banoffee
14. Strawberry and cream cheese crepe
15. Apple crumble with vanilla ice cream
16. Mango panna cotta
17. White chocolate cake
18. Raspberry Iced Tea
19. Brewed coffee and tarragon tea
Although we didn’t avail of their styling, they still exceeded our expectations because of the extras they provided and because of their great service. They even provided a wishing tree with personalized note cards since I found out at the last minute na wala pala kaming guest book. The name cards, menu cards, table numbers, cake and everything else were elegantly done, too.
Photo: Blacktie Project
We wanted a photographer who does a lot of creative shots and Blacktie did not disappoint. Their photos are artistically done and taken from all the right angles.
Secondary Photo: Jiggie Alejandrino
One of the best out there! We definitely made the right decision in getting Jiggie as backup. His team was one of the first to arrive at the hotel and even before the wedding, we always look forward to our meetings since they’re such a fun couple (he works with his wife). His photos are dramatic and well-composed, yet nothing looks staged. Ang galing talaga! He specializes in portraits and in using natural light.
Video: Ian Cruz Films
One of our favorite suppliers! When Ian found out that husband and I are both avid scuba divers, he immediately suggested that we do a unique Save-the-Date video, and even offered a special rate for it.
After doing our save the date, nagpa-certify din siya with his wife and they are now licensed divers ready to do more underwater videos. We have nothing but praises for him and his team. Sobrang bait, very humble!
During the wedding day, una sila dumating sa hotel and they immediately began filming. Since we’ve worked with them na on our save the date (we filmed it twice, on different locations) we were really at ease with them na. Yung SDE namin, we had no idea that it would turn out like that kasi he never instructed or directed us to do anything. Natural lang lahat. Kaya ang galing talaga how he put everything together.
I tell you, Ian Cruz works magic!
Bridal HMUA: Toto Bagamasbad
My gown designer was actually the one who highly recommended Toto for my hair and makeup. I was initially surprised that this guy is so hard to book! And now I know why: he’s really good. His team is composed of four jolly and nakakaaliw guys and they work wonders really fast.
Entourage and Prenup HMUA: Toni Aviles
My first choice as HMUA. I booked Toni one week after getting engaged even if we didn’t even have a set wedding date nor venue yet. She already did my makeup on three previous occasions and I really love her. I’ve also recommended her to fellow brides and they have nothing but praises for Toni. She has her own way of making you feel like a “Tonified” diyosa. Now if you follow her on Instagram, you’ll see just how good she is. Amazing talaga.
Prenup Stylist: Yvonne Camay
Since we already knew that we would fail miserably if we choose our own outfits for our prenup session, we decided to hire a stylist. Sa lahat ng pinagtanungan ko, Yvonne is one, who stood out kasi magaan agad loob ko sa kanya. Plus, her rates are ultra reasonable! She did not disappoint, too. Todo-asikaso kami on the pictorial day and her pegs really matched the place. Nothing tacky or ikakahiya namin a few years from now. I highly recommend getting a stylist for your prenup session lalo na pag you guys don’t have enough time (and creativity) on your hands. You won’t go wrong with Teacher Yvonne.
Florist (Ceremony): Scenta Flora
Easy to deal with. Nasunod yung mga bilin namin.
Bouquet Florist & Reception Stylist: Flowers Unlimited
Rolan did a marvelous job with the reception! He transformed it into a dream and even the guests were raving about how lovely and elegant the place was. They even had to check if the flowers were indeed real because they’re so pretty. Hindi matipid sa flowers si florist. No fillers, flowers talaga nilagay nila. Nasunod yung gusto ko na hydrangeas for the tables and bilin ko to keep things neat and elegant.
As for the bouquets, they used high-quality flowers. I had peonies as my bouquet, as suggested by Edwin Tan.
Wedding Preps Venue: The Bellevue Manila
Music (Ceremony & Reception): Anima Choir and Strings
Highly recommended! Ang galing nila. People cried because of their version of “A Thousand Years.” We also wanted to give a standing ovation when they sang “The Prayer” habang nasa church.
Gifts for Principal Sponsors: The Daily Green Store
So easy to deal with! Ang bilis pa ng production and very professional kausap. We had customized jewelry and watch boxes in our motif and monogram for our principal sponsors.
Gifts for Famale Entourage: Personalized Bracelets by Crissa Catalan
She used freshwater pearls, Swarovski crystals and sterling silver for the bracelets. Nakalagay din yung initials ng abay in each bracelet. It came in a box with our motif and monogram too.
How did the WeddingsAtWork community help you during wedding preps?
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Access to a real-life and unbiased treasure trove of wedding information. Being a member of this community saved me a lot of time, money, and heartache from choosing the wrong people to handle our wedding. Thanks to the reviews and help from fellow WaWies, I was able to fully enjoy planning one of the most memorable moments in my life.
Jimmy Choo Launches Customized Bridal Shoes in the Philippines
Brides gushing over Jimmy Choo shoes no longer need to fly out of the country to get these much-coveted shoes. An article from the Inquirer showed Jimmy Choo’s made-to-order bridal shoes service is now available in the Philippines. Brides can choose which style, material and color for her wedding shoes. In addition, she can personalize her pair with her own monogram or even date plaque for the wedding day.
There are five styles to choose from: Anouk, Abel, Lance, Luna, and Cosmic. The service costs between P49,500 to as much as P400,000 depending on what the bride prefers.
The service is available through Stores Specialists, Inc, which is the exclusive distributor of the brand in the country. Aside from the bride, mothers and the female members of the bridal entourage can also avail themselves of the bespoke service. Brides can place their orders at Jimmy Choo via Rustan’s Makati and Shangri-La Plaza Mall East.
Church Annulment Reforms and Women Who Sought Annulment
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W@W, on the other hand, decided to have a chat with women who have actually gone through the long and excruciating process of seeking annulment from their once abusive marriages and ask them how they feel about the Vatican’s announcement.
Desire to show mercy
“Very much welcome,” says Rochelle, who has been granted civil annulment by the courts but is still awaiting the Catholic church to declare her marriage annulled. “
“I’m legally annulled. In the eyes of the law, I am free, I can change back to my maiden name, and I’m allowed to remarry if I wish to. But my church annulment is ongoing. It’s been more than a year since I filed the petitioned but until now, my petition has no movement or update. In the eyes of the Catholic Church, I remain married (even though I’m legally free) and I cannot remarry under Catholic rites.
The church annulment is extremely frustrating. It’s like the Church doesn’t want you to move on.”
Catholics who seek for annulment have to go through more than one process- civil and church processes, if they wish to marry again with the blessing of the church.
Not being granted annulment by the church can take an emotional toll on those whose marriages have only been annulled civilly.
For them, it feels as if they are still morally tied to their previous partners from whom they want to move on.
The Catholic church’s desire is to show mercy to those who have gone through traumatic unions, opening the doors for couples who have divorced to go back to the sacraments.
Church annulment is free
Mandy, who is not a Catholic, sees the Pope’s announcement as a welcome change.
“Annulment should not be so difficult to obtain. What happens is that only those who can afford can file for an annulment. For those who cannot afford, some don’t even get married just so they won’t be hampered by legalities of marriage and staying married. Those women (or men!) who are in abusive marriages have an option to get out of it.”
One of the difficulties you encounter when you file for annulment in the Philippines is the cost.
Filing fees in courts alone will already cost you around Php 10,000, then there are legal fees, pleading fees, fees for court appearances and psychologist fees to worry about.
But more than the cost is the emotional and psychological participation that is required from you.
Rochelle recalls her experience as emotionally and mentally taxing and exhausting. “I must have written three versions of my story (1 for the lawyer, 1 for the psychologist and 1 for the church). Every time the lawyer would send me drafts of the documents to be submitted to the court, I would have to re-read my story over and over again. Then, I had to relive it again during the court hearings. Aside from my own testimony in court, we had to present two other witnesses and I had to attend all those hearings. So it’s another instance of hearing your story again and again.
Then you have the church annulment expenses to think about after going through all that.
Some annulment cases are considered too complicated to be decided upon on a local level and are brought up to the special courts at the Vatican or Rota which can cost you thousands of dollars.
Pope Francis declares in the new annulment procedures that annulments should be free. He also allows bishops to make the final decisions without having to course it through second and third tribunals.
With the new reforms, the granting of annulments must be decided upon 45 days upon being received.
The Catholic church maintains indissolubility of marriage
The Catholic church is quick to correct the misconception that it is encouraging nor promoting divorce and separation among married couples.
It maintains prerequisites for annulment such as psychological incapacities, unwillingness to have children and other valid grounds, in accordance to the values and beliefs of the Catholic church.
What the church is doing is only streamlining and simplifying what once was an outdated, obsolete and lengthy procedure in allowing annulment for those who present valid reasons for it.
In the words of Father James Bretzke, theology professor of Boston College, “The pope is seeking to respond pastorally to the tens of thousands of couples who are experiencing profound pain and alienation as a result of broken marriages.”
Pushing for new beginnings
After going through the painful process, Mandy is hopeful for new beginnings.
“Getting a marriage dissolved from a difficult person is difficult and complicated” she says. “Mine took a few years, 3 or more I think. Putting down to words in a petition was like reliving through the bad experiences I had in marriage, but it also made me look forward and become hopeful that I don’t need to stay in that kind of marriage and that hopefully, I will not make the same mistakes and choose more carefully in the future.”
Rochelle, on the other hand, says, “I’m a bit lucky because my annulment only took about 1 1/2 years. That’s fast, compared to other cases. But the toll is just as hard.”
She continues, “Nobody should be subjected to that kind of emotional and mental distress. Being in an abusive marriage is hard as it is. Getting out of it should not be that difficult and punishing.”
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